Online Gambling News in Japan - June 2026

Trump Bails On Atlantic City Leaving Local Economy In Doubt

Trump Bails On Atlantic City Leaving Local Economy In Doubt

Nich Moore July 14, 2014 14:24:50

Losing 33% of its casinos in a single year endangers Atlantic City’s economy and signals tough times ahead When casinos arrived in Atlantic City back in 1978 they quickly became a pillar of the local economy not just in terms of employment but also in the knock-on economic effects of attracting people to the city […]

Chinese Authorities Are Waging a Real Battle With Illegal Gambling Operators

Chinese Authorities Are Waging a Real Battle With Illegal Gambling Operators

Alex Nevsky July 14, 2014 14:08:30

Chinese authorities continue to crack down on illegal gambling operations within the country. While the World Cup is now over in Brazil with the whole world joining Germany in celebration of their fourth title, illegal gambling still plagues some corners of the planet. According to the Ministry of Public Security in China the police have […]

Japanese Government Set to Legalize Casinos by the End of the Year

Japanese Government Set to Legalize Casinos by the End of the Year

Toni July 14, 2014 14:02:28

With many economic benefits credited to the gambling industry, Japan is looking to make use of the lucrative business by allowing casino operations. Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is known to be a great supporter of introducing a casino market in Japan, which would see national tourism flourish in the future. Considering that Tokyo will be […]

Atlantic City Budget Soars, as More Casinos Close

Atlantic City Budget Soars, as More Casinos Close

Monica E. July 14, 2014 13:35:02

With the Showboat Casino closing later this summer, Atlantic City residents and officials fear more will follow. Dave Rose spent 19 years working as a cook at the famous Mardi Gras-themed Showboat Casino, run by Caesars Entertainment. Now he is counting the weeks left until the venue closes, when he and his fellow workers – […]

Sportsbook Companies predict this is Just the Beginning for German Glory

Sportsbook Companies predict this is Just the Beginning for German Glory

Toni July 14, 2014 13:13:24

Following the triumph in last night’s World Cup final over Argentina, bookmakers believe Germany is looking to build on current momentum. Germany have emerged winners of the 2014 Cup, which also marks their 4th World title. After serving a devastating blow to Brazil with a record 7-1 win in the semi-finals, the Europeans were on […]

Winemakers Fear the Mishewal Wappo People Will Build a Casino in Napa

Winemakers Fear the Mishewal Wappo People Will Build a Casino in Napa

Monica E. July 14, 2014 12:51:59

The Mishewal Wappo people has asked the government to recognize their tribe and vintners are worried they might want to build a casino. Napa is known as a popular destination for wine-lovers. It is estimated that 3 million people visit the county every year, and most of them come here to enjoy the wine, delicious […]

Nevada Gaming Control Board Gives Green Light for Online Poker Network

Nevada Gaming Control Board Gives Green Light for Online Poker Network

Toni July 14, 2014 12:24:52

With soaring demand and lucrative business opportunities, Nevada approves to implement online poker network. With the approval from the Board, many casinos will now be able to offer online poker service to players. According to gambling news, reports are circulating that plans to implement a poker player pool in the state will not be more […]

Five Important Things to Watch Out for Before Entering a Casino

Five Important Things to Watch Out for Before Entering a Casino

Toni July 14, 2014 07:34:42

Players are advised to do their homework before deciding to have a go at the casino, as their profits may be boosted substantially. It is advisable for any person that doesn’t have prior gambling experience to first do some research about the casino business. Gambling is fun and exciting as numerous financial rewards can be […]

Sheldon Adelson Hires Former Congressman to Battle Against Online Gambling

Sheldon Adelson Hires Former Congressman to Battle Against Online Gambling

Toni July 13, 2014 09:02:14

In efforts to block online gambling, Sheldon Adelson has hired the expertise of former Republican congressman Connie Mack to help him with lobbying. Las Vegas Sands chairman and chief executive officer, Sheldon Adelson, has a strong aversion towards online gambling sites in the US that he wants to see outlawed. On many previous occasions, he […]

Ladbrokes Launches a New Committee to Oversee Responsible Gambling Practices

Ladbrokes Launches a New Committee to Oversee Responsible Gambling Practices

Toni July 12, 2014 08:31:25

In response to multiple concerns in recent times, mobile gambling firm Ladbrokes creates a committee to promote socially responsible gambling. Gambling news reports that John Kelly, senior independent director, will serve as the head of the newly established committee while non-executive director Christine Hodgson, chairman Peter Erksine and chief exec Richard Glynn will form as […]